Our Facebook followers have spoken: here are the top 5 bakeries in town to grab a fresh pastry

Continental Bakery Our Facebook followers have spoken: here are the top 5 bakeries in town to grab a fresh pastry
Some yummy treats from Continental Bakery. (Jacob Blankenship/ Bham Now)

We asked our followers on Facebook:

Out of over 200 comments, we saw a LOT of popular bakeries named around town.

Keep reading for our countdown of the top 5 spots to grab a fresh pastry treat!

5. Last Call Baking Company

Last Call Baking
Everything I’ve ever had from Last Call Baking was mind-blowing, so this is going on my list. (Jessica Broom / Bham Now)

Coming in at number 5— we’ve got Last Call Baking Company.

Where their “Power is Pastry”, Last Call specializes in French pastries and the art of laminated goods.

You can get everything from croissants to danishes, but they do run on a “first come, first serve” basis so get there early!

Location: 213 25th St N suite a, Birmingham, AL 35203

Hours:

Mon/Tues: closed

Wed-Fri: 7a-1p

Sat/Sun: 8a-1p

Website | Instagram

4. Bandit Patisserie

Bandit Patisserie
(Cecilia Wood / Bham Now)

Taking 4th place— Bandit Patisserie.

This small-batch seasonal bakery is totally a Magic City fav!

Bandit is also a “first come, first serve” establishment. With their signature butter croissants and homemade poptarts, you definitely should pay them a visit.

Location: 2215 1st Ave N, Birmingham, AL 35203

Hours:

Mon: closed

Tues-Fri: 7a-2p

Sat/Sun: 8a-2p

Website | Instagram | Facebook

3. Hello Bakery

IMG 6489 Our Facebook followers have spoken: here are the top 5 bakeries in town to grab a fresh pastry
The perfect morning pic-me-up! (Pat Byington / Bham Now)

First up on the podium, grabbing 3rd place— Hello Bakery!

This awesome small bakery has a huge variety of yummy pastries including sticky buns and a variety of muffins.

Location: 1109 Dunston Avenue, Birmingham, AL 35213

Hours:

Mon: closed

Tues-Sat: 8a-4p

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2. Continental Bakery

Continental Bakery Our Facebook followers have spoken: here are the top 5 bakeries in town to grab a fresh pastry
I can basically taste them already. (Jacob Blankenship/ Bham Now)

With honor, the silver medal goes to Continental Bakery.

All of their pastries are prepared fresh and from scratch daily. Their historically accurate treats are a Birmingham staple— those who know them, love them.

Location: 1909 Cahaba Rd, Birmingham, AL 35223

Hours: everyday 7a-7p

Website | Instagram | Facebook

1. Birmingham Breadworks

Birmingham Breadworks
Picture-perfect. (Birmingham Breadworks)

Swiping first place BY FAR— we’ve got Birmingham Breadworks!

Located in the heart of Southside, Birmingham Breadworks also has the hearts of Magic City residents.

They have a passion for hand-crafting bread and pastries for their customers. Only using natural ingredients, Birmingham Breadworks doesn’t add any colors or preservatives into their menu items.

Offering breakfast and lunch, stop by and grab yourself an apple turnover and a bisuit (or two).

Location: 2408 7th Ave S, Birmingham, AL 35233

Hours:

Mon-Sat: 6:30a-3p

Sun: Closed

Website | Instagram | Facebook

Have you tried any of these places? Let us know @bhamnow.

Julia Sager
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